Medersa Ben Youssef
Marrakech, Marrakech-Safi, Morocco[0.5 miles]
A splendid former Koranic school, dating to the 14th century, of remarkable architectural detail and beauty.
Best for ages: 18+ | £4
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This refined, amenity-packed boutique hotel is housed in a former mansion, just around the corner from the Dar el Bacha Palace.
Tree-lined terraces and cosy nooks provide idyllic spots for dining in-house. In keeping with the colonial style, oversized birdcages and peacock chairs add decorative touches, alongside the photography collection and birds of paradise flowers.
An Alice Through the Looking Glass type-door leads to an exquisite spa, housed in its own multi-level riad, complete with steamy hammam.
The location – the Dar el Bacha neighbourhood has been dubbed the Mayfair of Marrakech – couldn’t be better; steps away from the Secret Garden, interior design and fashion boutiques, and some of the medina’s best restaurants.
With 24-hour security at the palace, this neighbourhood feels safe day and night, with the entrance to the riad just steps away from the palace where cars can pick up and drop off guests. Outside, the pace is as frenetic as anywhere else in the medina, but it does quieten down considerably in the evening.
Riad Tarabel is steps away from the Dar el Bacha palace (where Bacha Coffee is located), antique shops and contemporary designers.
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Marrakech, Marrakech-Safi, Morocco[0.5 miles]
A splendid former Koranic school, dating to the 14th century, of remarkable architectural detail and beauty.
Best for ages: 18+ | £4
Marrakech, Marrakech-Safi, Morocco[0.7 miles]
The world’s quintessential Arabic bazaar, the Medina’s maze-like souks are a shopper’s paradise.
Best for ages: 13+ | Free
Marrakech, Marrakech-Safi, Morocco[0.8 miles]
UNESCO World Heritage-listed central square that hums with snake charmers, musicians, magicians and other exotics.
Best for ages: 6+ | Free
Marrakech, Marrakech-Safi, Morocco[0.8 miles]
Hands-on half or full-day workshops allow students to learn traditional Moroccan handicrafts alongside master craftspeople in their studios throughout Marrakech.
Best for ages: 13+ | £45 | 3-5 hours
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Marrakech, Marrakech-Safi, Morocco[0.1 miles]
Nestled inside the Dar el Bacha palace, Bacha Cafe is elegance at its finest. Coffee recommendations are suggested based on time of day, and are best accompanied by a treat from the cake counter.
Best for ages: 18+ | Free
Marrakech, Marrakech-Safi, Morocco[0.6 miles]
Bustling with fishmongers and butchers, street vendors selling in-season fruit and veg, bread fresh from the local oven, and more. In between, small kitchens serve street food specialties through the morning and afternoon.
Best for ages: 18+ | Free
Marrakech, Marrakech-Safi, Morocco[0.7 miles]
Tranquil Medina riad housing an interesting collection of photographs documenting Moroccan life from the 1870s-1950s, that gives the best insight into life in the city before tourism arrived.
Best for ages: 18+ | £4
Marrakech, Marrakech-Safi, Morocco[0.7 miles]
A high terrace provides panoramic views of the medina, including the Atlas Mountains in winter months. Time a visit with when the muezzins call the prayer from the surrounding mosques for additional Arabian atmosphere.
Best for ages: 18+ | Free
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Marrakech-Safi, Morocco
An exotic time capsule of ancient streets and souks, blending Arab culture and French colonial heritage.